Requirements for reissuance of lost title

Dear Pao|

I cannot locate my Torrens title despite my exhaustive effort to look for it. One year has already elapsed, so I am now contemplating to file an appropriate case for the issuance of another copy of the title. May I know the requirements for this process? Is the execution of an affidavit of loss, registration of the title with the Registry of Deed, and filing of a case before the court sufficient for the issuance of a duplicate?|

Helise

Dear Helise,

The requirements for the issuance of a duplicate copy of a lost title is found under Section 109 of Presidential Decree (PD) 1529, otherwise known as the "Property Registration Decree." The said provision of the law specifically provides that: